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Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

3.0 star property
3-star hostel near University of Edinburgh

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Free WiFi

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

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18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5AY
  • Place, Holyrood Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Commonwealth Pool
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi

Twin Room (Single Use)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Twin Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Holland Single Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

John Burnett Single Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room, Ensuite

Single Room, Ensuite

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Twin Room, Ensuite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Edinburgh

City center stay.Your stay at this Southside hostel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of University of Edinburgh and Royal Mile. Grassmarket and Princes Street are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Holyrood Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Royal Commonwealth Pool - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Queen's Hall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Festival Theatre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 10 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tipsy Midgie - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Southern Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Matto Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Abbey - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Southpour - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation

3-star hostel near University of Edinburgh
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation also features gift shops/newsstands, a garden, and a picnic area.

This 3-star Edinburgh hostel is smoke free.

  • 2000 guestrooms or units
  • Conference center
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation offers 2000 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 5 and May 25.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh Campus Accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation to the airport?

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation is 14.5 mi (38-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation on Jun 4, 2026 start from CA $215, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation.

How close is Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation to the beach?

This hostel is 3.3 mi (13-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 13.4 mi (29-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation offer free breakfast?

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation have a pool?

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation does not have a pool.

Does Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation to downtown Edinburgh?

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation is 1.1 mi away from Edinburgh.

Summer Stays at The University of Edinburgh - Campus Accommodation Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 393 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 462 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Nik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy decent accomodation for visiting the fringe, well recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal for quick stay, basic and clean and surprisingly good breakfast selection.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very affordable stay, with excellent breakfast options. Easy access to buses and taxis, and convenient laundry facilities.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Agata

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant, would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

kurian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very decent accomodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Staff in check in/out were brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Nice staff. Easy access to local transportation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Victor

Very affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

We were very mpressed with the accommodation at Summer Stays at the University. Our twin room was spacious, clean and beds comfortable. An amazing breakfast buffet is served and laundry facilities are convenient and very well priced.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Amenities
Great basic accommodation at a great price including a great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Edinburgh stay for Tattoo 2025

The rooms were comfortable and excellent for a few days stay. The breakfast was excellent. The location was a little walk from the Royal Mile, but still convenient, with bus ervices available if needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and very basic. Food was great breakfast included. Great price.would definitely stay here again and will 100% recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cheap accommodation. Breakfast options. Condition of property excellent xonsidering it is student accommodation. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Thumbs up for Edinburgh Uni.

Great food, secure and polite staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Highly recimmend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Breakfast. Unexpected parking options was a real bonus
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast. Clean, comfortable and as described in description
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Timon

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Lovely place to stay

Location good, breakfast v.good
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpfull people. Location close to many places of interest. Excellent breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

STEWART

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Student staff was very courteous, friendly, and provided the extra information we needed to find our way around town
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money during the festival.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and well situated Calm and personnel friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025